Spring is the perfect time to refresh your reading list with books that mirror the season’s warmth and the sunny days ahead. It’s also a great time to discover new Canadian authors and immerse yourself in their rich and diverse stories.
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From captivating fiction to thought-provoking non-fiction, Canada’s literary scene has so much to offer. With an average 4+ star rating on Goodreads, here are 5 spring reads by Canadian authors that you’ll be sure to love.
5 Spring Reads by Canadian Authors You’ll Love
1) The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
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From the publisher: A warrior princess trained in isolation, Lara is driven by two certainties. The first is that King Aren of the Bridge Kingdom is her enemy. And the second is that she’ll be the one to bring him to his knees. The only route through a storm-ravaged world, the Bridge Kingdom enriches itself and deprives its rivals, including Lara’s homeland. So when she’s sent as a bride under the guise of peace, Lara is prepared to do whatever it takes to fracture its impenetrable defenses. And the defenses of its king.
2) The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
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From the publisher: Relentless phone calls interrupt the peace of a warm August morning in Three Pines. Though the tiny Québec village is impossible to find on any map, someone has managed to track down Armand Gamache, head of homicide at the Sûreté. That’s only the first in a sequence of strange events that begin The Grey Wolf, the nineteenth novel in Louise Penny’s #1 New York Times bestselling series.
3) Our Book of Awesome by Neil Pasricha
Genre: Nonfiction, Self Help
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From the publisher: In a world that is often overwhelming, it’s time to return to the simple things, the AWESOME things, all around us. Our Book of Awesome is an injection of joy, a heartfelt gift, and a smacking high five for humanity. Read it to be reminded of the endless AWESOME things that give laughter and happiness to our beautiful and brief lives. Read my review here.
4) Home Body by Rupi Kaur
Genre: Poetry
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From the publisher: Rupi Kaur constantly embraces growth, and in home body, she walks readers through a reflective and intimate journey visiting the past, the present, and the potential of the self. home body is a collection of raw, honest conversations with oneself – reminding readers to fill up on love, acceptance, community, family, and embrace change. Illustrated by the author, themes of nature and nurture, light and dark, rest here.
5) The Drowning Woman by Robyn Harding
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
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From the publisher: Lee never thought she’d find herself living on the streets, but when her restaurant fails, and she falls deeper into debt, she leaves her old life behind with nothing but her clothes and her Toyota Corolla. One early morning, she sees a sobbing woman throw herself into the ocean. Lee hauls the woman back to the surface and the women soon strike up a close and unlikely friendship. Lee soon learns that nothing is as it seems.
Canadian authors continue to push the boundaries of storytelling, offering new voices and experiences that reflect the beauty and complexity of our world. Whether you’re looking for an emotional journey, historical insight, or something that simply makes you think, these books will add a refreshing and meaningful layer to your spring reading list. What books/authors would you add to this list? I’d love to hear your recommendations!
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I think we could all do with the book of awesome at the moment! 😂
Great list
These are all really great recommendations! I’ve read a couple of Rupi Kaur’s books in the past, but I haven’t read Home Body yet. It sounds like a beautiful collection of poetry, I definitely need to check it out! Thanks for sharing!
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I hope you enjoy it, Melissa! Thank you for reading.
These are great recommendations! I have been wanting to read Our Book of Awesome, and I’m quite intrigued by The Drowning Woman.
I highly recommend Our Book of Awesome, it’s very uplifting and a quick read. Thanks for reading Karalee!
I am interested in all of these books, they sound really good. What a great collection to share, thanks for this! My reading list is getting longer and longer, which is wonderful, haha!
Same! As a mood reader, it’s nice to have a long list with some variety. Thank you for reading Molly!
I have a post of my own with this very subject coming up but I love that you’re sharing a list too! We need to promote more books written by Canadian authors and we have some fabulous ones! Thanks for sharing Winnie!
I can’t wait to read your list, Jodie! It’s always great to discover new Canadian authors to add to your reading list.